Ryder hosts border security summit

Ryder hosts border security summit

In November, Ryder Corporation hosted a U.S.–Mexico Border Security Summit to initiate information sharing between customers, business partners, and government security agencies. Held in Fort Worth, the conference featured security briefings by members of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and its component agencies, U.S. Customs and Border Protection and the Transportation Security Administration. In…

TMC announces 2015 Annual Meeting & Exhibition theme of ‘Fueling the Future’

TMC announces 2015 Annual Meeting & Exhibition theme of ‘Fueling the Future’

American Trucking Associations’ Technology & Maintenance Council’s 2015 Annual Meeting and Transportation Technology Exhibition, themed ‘Fueling the Future,’ will be held February 16-19 at the Music City Center in Nashville, Tenn. The event, which will be highlighted by important discussions about fuel economy standards, alternate fuels, asset utilization and tire deployment strategies, will be the most…

Nestlé Waters adds propane trucks in LA market

Nestlé Waters adds propane trucks in LA market

Nestlé Waters North America is now operating five medium-duty beverage trucks powered by propane autogas in the Los Angeles market. The trucks will deliver Arrowhead Mountain Spring Water to area businesses and residents. “Nestlé Waters North America is committed to delivering customers drinking water with reliable, innovative and efficient green transportation solutions,” said Bill Ardis,…

Allstate launches campaign to raise awareness of “move over” laws

Allstate launches campaign to raise awareness of “move over” laws

More than one tow truck operator is killed every week by motorists, according to Allstate. Recently, Allstate Roadside Services teamed up with the International Towing and Recovery Hall of Fame and Museum (ITRHFM) to launch the “Provider Safety Advocacy” campaign to raise awareness of “Move Over” laws. As part of the national campaign, Allstate and…